Brian, You have some good advice above from some great guy's. Stay tuned to the forum and you will learn lots in many areas of RC Flying. I see you are in Ohio. I suggest getting aquainted with Dave Thacker, owner of Radical http://www.radicalrc.com/shop/ He's given me lots of direction, is invloved with flying clubs in Ohio, andcan get you hooked up with RC Clubs close to you.He stocks tons of components so when you bust your planes up as you are almost guaranteed to, he can help you put them back into flying condition if it's possible. Whetheryou livie in Ohio or not, he's a must to be aquainted with.

I too started with a plane from Banana and won't go back. There are many other good suppliers out there. You have been given the names of a few of the best already.

Enjoy your new hobby and stay tuned here for much more great advice and knowledge shared.

AltaTed